Do you have experience working in a chemistry lab and are looking for your next move?

Do you want to work for a Scientific company that is a world leader in Environmental research?

Are you looking for a varied role that will offer you the opportunity to work on a variety of studies using different instruments within an analytical chemistry environment?

Do you have an interest in developing analytical methods?

Labcorp is a leading global life sciences company with a mission to improve health and improve lives.

The Environmental teams at Labcorp have been helping companies bring safe products to market for over 40 years. Our varied work supports the crop protection, chemical and pharmaceutical industries so if you want to be part of a dynamic and growing team then please apply today.

The analysis of crop protection and industrial chemical residues in environmental samples is vitally important for protecting animal and human health. Through knowledge of the identity, character and potential toxicity of parent compounds, degradation products or metabolites, regulators can set maximum usage limits and guidance to minimise exposure.

As a Team Leader in Method Development, you can be part of the team that do this at our Shardlow site, in Derbyshire.  You will be responsible for developing the methods required to analyse the samples using various methods and techniques.

Main responsibilities include:

Lead a team of method developers to develop and expedite all method developments as required by the department

To provide advice and guidance on all aspects of methodology relevant to the department

To ensure that methods are developed such that they may be applied efficiently with respect to time, personnel and, where appropriate, resource, in troubleshooting revenue generating assays

To direct the continuous improvement in the quality of method development work, reporting and presentation

To be familiar with current developments in the technical and regulatory aspects of Ecotoxicology

To pursue new technologies and applications of potential benefit to the department

To act as key SME providing clients with advice and guidance on all aspects of Ecotoxicology methodology

Education:

BSc in Chemistry related subject. Experience may be substituted for education

Skills and experience:

Extensive Instrumentation experience in industry with: LC-MS/MS

Strong working knowledge of the following would be advantageous. GC-MS, HPLC-uv, GC-FID and ICP-MS

Demonstrable experience with the workings of an analytical chemistry laboratory

Knowledge and/or experience working to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) advantageous

Ability to work independently and to tight deadlines

Proficient in time management and resource planning

Line management experience

​Advanced ability to effectively interact with clients and regulatory personnel

Client management or commercial experience in a previous role is desirable

Proven capability to communicate scientifically with commercial partners. A high level of inter-personal skills is required

What does Labcorp offer you:

Unrivalled training and career development

The chance to join a global and progressive CRO with a great global reputation!

The opportunity to really build on and develop your instrument skills

A fantastic benefits and pension package

Market leading salaries

Relocation package (subject to criteria)

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. 

We encourage all to apply

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